Job Search
There are tricks and best practices to use in any career search. These articles can provide a foundation of preparation, and after great preparation, execution that leads to your next career.
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Your Checklist to Finding a Civilian Job
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Translating Your Military Experience
Many veteran job seekers have trouble translating their military experiences into qualifications for civilian jobs. Below is a case in point and some recommendations.
Veteran's Challenge
"I separated from the Navy in September 2013 where I was an operations specialist for nine years. I am having...
Building a profile that delivers
When you register as a job candidate on our website, you should use great care in filling out your registration profile—and then you should keep your profile current. The reason? Employers search our database of registered candidates for potential employees, and the first set of search results...
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5 Steps to Build Your Network to Help You Find a Job
The #1 way to find a new job is through networking. People you meet, connections you foster, professional contacts you’ve worked with, even family and friends… your circle of influence is already larger than you think. How do you make the most of that? The art of networking is a critical step in...
Veteran Learning Portal
We've partnered with Cornerstone On-Demand Foundation Initiative to provide free professional development resources to support your transition to civilian employment. You will have access to a wide range of courses and material designed to develop the skills necessary in today's workplace, from...
Mobile Networking With POS REP
POS REP is a mobile, proximity-based social network made expressly for the veteran community. Connect with veterans in your area in a mobile format that can lead to more connections and resources at your fingertips. Networking is critical to job search success.
Avoiding Job Posting Scams
Recently, the age-old problem of job posting scams seems to be on an upswing – and more than that, some of them are targeted specifically at veterans. These scams range from promising a job “after you go through training” (at a cost, of course) to requiring the job seeker to purchase “training...